# Modular Component Smartphones The 'Soul Phone' Concept by Nicola Morelli is Customizable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-12-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soul-phone-concept References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/12/25/a-modular-smartphone-design-with-multiple-accessories-could-be-the-tech-evolution-we-want/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-modular-smartphone-design-with-multiple-accessories-could-be-the-tech-evolution-we-want)  The 'Soul Phone' concept has been designed by Nicola Morelli as a [modular smartphone design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-fairphone-6) that would provide users with access to a device that would transform their experience to keep it as in-line with their needs as possible. The smartphone maintains a design and construction that calls to mind the aesthetic of the [Nintendo Switch Joy-Con](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-stadium-2) controller, and works with modules called bodies that can be swapped out as required. This would enable users to change up the physical components of the smartphone to suit their needs rather than have to deal with a set design. The 'Soul Phone' concept would work with modules for measuring temperature and altitude on a hike, a tripod with a telescopic lens for stargazing and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modular Smartphones:** The concept of modular smartphones that allow users to swap out physical components for customization creates an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the mobile device industry. - **Consumer-directed Customization:** The trend towards consumer-directed customization that allows users to tailor their smartphone experience enables opportunities for disruptive innovation in the personal electronics industry. - **Modular Electronics:** The trend towards modular electronics that make it easy to swap and upgrade components creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the electronics industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mobile Devices:** The concept of modular smartphones and consumer-directed customization creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the mobile device industry. - **Personal Electronics:** The trend towards consumer-directed customization of electronics creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the personal electronics industry. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** The trend towards modular electronics creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the electronics manufacturing industry to create scalable, versatile hardware systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Detachable Component Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-smartphone-design.md) - [Adaptable Tech Hardware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hone-pro.md) - [3D-Printed Modular Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-sliding-system.md) - [Modular Point-and-Shoot Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-camera.md) - [Modular Photography Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-modular-optical-system.md) - [Rotating Button Panel Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-one.md) - [Mini Transparent Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-mini-phone.md) - [Swappable Module Walkie-Talkies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-walkietalkie-concept.md) - [Gaming Console Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-phone-concept.md)